Here is what you need to know on this Saturday, November 16, one day before the Washington Redskins play the Philadelphia Eagles.

Nickel coverage

Five numbers to note:

—The Redskins have been outscored by a total of 44 points in the first quarters of their nine games. That means they’re trailing by an average of nearly five points per game going into the second quarter.

—Pierre Garçon has 61 receptions so far, the most in Redskins history through nine games by a solid margin. Art Monk (1984) and Santana Moss (2005) both had 53 at this point during the season.

—Last year the Redskins have rushed for 55 more first downs than their opponents did. Through nine games they have rushed for eight more first downs, a pace that would put their margin at about 14 at the end of the season

—The Redskins have committed 17 offensive holding penalties this year (14 accepted). In 16 games last year they were flagged for 21. Chris Chester has the most holding calls with four.

—The Redskins have allowed sacks on 5.2 percent of pass attempts this year compared to a league average of 7.4 percent.